The Educational Dimensions of Interactive Performance in Children's Theater Performances (The Princess of Dreams as a Model)

Authors

  • Dr. Muhammad Abdel Hamid Abdel Hussein Evening mixed institute of fine arts/ Al-Karkh First

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.31185/lark.4940

Keywords:

Educational dimensions, interactive performance, children's theater

Abstract

The concept of education within the performance system seeks to achieve changes and modifications in the behavior of the child learner according to steps that transfer to them experiences and knowledge and develop performance, educational and social capabilities, which lead to creating harmony and balance in the child’s self and making him a living, dynamic being who participates and interacts with all life’s variables. The research may consist of four chapters, the first of which includes a review of the research problem included in the following question: What are the educational dimensions of interactive performance in children’s theatre shows (the play “Princess of Dreams” as a model)? As for the second chapter, it includes two topics, the first: the educational dimensions in the theatrical show, and the second: The second: Interactive performance in children’s theatre. The third chapter included a review of the research methodology, starting with the research method and ending with the analysis of the sample. The fourth chapter presented the research results, a number of conclusions appeared, and the research was concluded with sources and appendices.

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2026-04-01

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How to Cite

Muhammad Abdel Hamid Abdel Hussein, D. (2026). The Educational Dimensions of Interactive Performance in Children’s Theater Performances (The Princess of Dreams as a Model). Lark, 18(2), 650-630. https://doi.org/10.31185/lark.4940